Salary : $135,395.50 - $164,574.08 Annually
Location : Bridgeport / Mammoth Lakes, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: County Administration Office
Opening Date: 07/15/2026
Closing Date: 8/5/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: AT-Will

Job Summary
The Risk Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing Mono County's comprehensive risk management program, protecting the County's people, property, financial resources, and operations. Reporting to the County Administrative Officer, this position manages the County's liability, workers' compensation, safety, insurance, and enterprise risk management programs while developing proactive strategies to reduce organizational risk and ensure regulatory compliance. The Risk Manager works collaboratively with County departments, legal counsel, insurance carriers, brokers, and third-party administrators to investigate claims, manage litigation, implement safety initiatives, negotiate insurance coverage, and promote a culture of risk awareness across the organization. This position plays a key leadership role in safeguarding County operations while balancing fiscal responsibility, employee safety, and public service.

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Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a strategic and collaborative leader with a strong background in public sector risk management, workers' compensation, insurance administration, and occupational safety. They possess the ability to evaluate complex risks, analyze claims and loss data, interpret laws and insurance policies, and develop practical solutions that balance organizational objectives with sound risk management practices. Experience implementing enterprise risk management principles and leading countywide safety and loss prevention initiatives is highly valued.
This individual is an effective communicator who can build trusted relationships with elected officials, department heads, employees, legal counsel, insurance professionals, and outside agencies. They are comfortable presenting recommendations to executive leadership and the Board of Supervisors, negotiating with carriers and third-party administrators, and navigating sensitive or high-profile claims with professionalism and discretion.

The successful candidate is organized, analytical, and proactive, with excellent judgment and political awareness. They thrive in a dynamic environment where priorities can shift quickly, while maintaining attention to detail, confidentiality, and exceptional customer service. A commitment to continuous improvement, workplace safety, and protecting the County's financial and operational interests will position this individual for long-term success in the role.


Benefits Highlights

• Retirement: CalPERS retirement and 457/401(a) Plans available.
• Medical: CalPERS health plans
• Dental, Vision, Term Life
• Generous vacation and sick pay
• Discounted gym membership

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Additional Information
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

1. Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Risk Management, Occupational Health, Safety, Industrial Engineering or related field and three (3) years of experience administering occupational health and safety, risk management, workers' compensation and/or similar programs.
2. Experience in a public agency setting is highly desirable.
3. Training courses in claims adjustment may be substituted on an hour-for-hour basis for up to six months of the required experience, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.
4. Experience in a public agency setting is highly desirable.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid driver's license. Professional certifications such as ARM, CPCU, AIC, or CSP are highly desirable.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sit for extended periods, frequently stand, and walk; normal dexterity and hand-eye coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 25 pounds; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, copiers and FAX; ability to operate an automobile.
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Statement on Remote Work Policy"Mono County does not permit fully remote positions. All employees are required to perform their job duties in person at their designated work location(s) to ensure compliance with Mono County policies, state labor laws, applicable tax regulations, and operational requirements. Requests for intermittent remote work may be considered on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the Department Head, with approval from the County Administrative Officer (CAO)."

• I acknowledge that this position is designated as in-person and affirm that I am able to meet this requirement if hired.

02

What is the highest level of education you've completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Some College Coursework
• Associates Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

03

If you have a bachelor's degree or higher, please list the field(s) of study. If not, type "None."
04

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

05

Please select which risk management related certifications you hold:

• Associate in Risk Management (ARM)
• Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU)
• Associate in Claims (AIC)
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Other closely related professional risk management, insurance, claims, or occupational safety certification.
• None

06

If you selected "Other" in the previous question, please list any additional professional certifications you hold related to risk management, insurance, claims administration, or occupational health and safety that were not already identified.
07

How many years of professional experience do you have administering one or more of the following: occupational health and safety, risk management, workers' compensation, and/or claims administration?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year but less than 2 years of experience
• 2 years but less than 3 years experience
• 3 or more years of experience

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Why do you want to work in Mono County?
Required Question